Paul Simon. In an interview with 'The Times', Garfunkel, now 83, recounted their tearful meeting, marking the first time they had seen each other in many years.
- Simon & Garfunkel are an iconic music duo
- They recently had a sweet reunion
- THIS is how Art Garfunkel describes it
Reflecting on the Past
Their legendary partnership, which produced five studio albums between 1964 and 1970, had been marred by a long-standing feud. Yet, hope for reconciliation now glimmers on the horizon.
During their reunion, Garfunkel expressed deep regret over past actions that had hurt Simon. He admitted, "I cried when he told me how much I had hurt him," acknowledging his past mistakes and the impact they had on their friendship. This heartfelt exchange left Garfunkel feeling a renewed sense of connection with Simon, sparking discussions of a potential future collaboration.
The duo's musical journey began with their debut album in 1964 and culminated with the iconic "Bridge over Troubled Water" in 1970. Despite their split, they occasionally reunited, including a memorable benefit concert in Central Park in 1981. This event was later immortalized as an album and concert film, showcasing the enduring magic of their partnership.
"First time we’d been together in many years," Garfunkel said in the interview. "I looked at Paul and said, 'What happened? Why haven’t we seen each other?' Paul mentioned an old interview where I said some stuff."
The singer continued. "I cried when he told me how much I had hurt him," he said. "Looking back, I guess I wanted to shake up the nice guy image of Simon & Garfunkel. Y’know what? I was a fool!"
The Breaking Point
The rift between Garfunkel and Simon can be traced back to Garfunkel's involvement in the film 'Catch-22.' Simon recalled feeling sidelined as Garfunkel pursued his acting career, leading to tensions that eventually fractured their collaboration.
Simon reflected, "We were really best friends up until Bridge over Troubled Water," highlighting how their friendship was tested by these professional challenges.
Despite the past, Garfunkel is optimistic about the future. He shared that they have "made plans to meet again," hinting at the possibility of revisiting their musical legacy.
While he remains uncertain about whether Simon will bring his guitar, Garfunkel emphasized that his primary goal is to mend their relationship. "It felt like we were back in a wonderful place," he said, underscoring the emotional significance of their reunion.
Garfunkel's son, Art Garfunkel Jr., also commented on the reunion, expressing hope for future musical endeavors. He suggested that with encouragement from the music industry, the duo might consider a special event or new material. "Paul’s my brother; he’s family," Garfunkel Jr. quoted his father, reflecting the deep bond that persists between the two musicians.
Garfunkel revealed that the two would meet and teased that they may revisit their music legacy – although that is not his priority. "Will Paul bring his guitar? Who knows. For me, it was about wanting to make amends before it’s too late," the singer said. "It felt like we were back in a wonderful place. As I think about it now, tears are rolling down my cheeks. I can still feel his hug."
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As fans eagerly anticipate what lies ahead for Simon & Garfunkel, the recent reunion serves as a poignant reminder of the power of forgiveness and the enduring legacy of their music.
